The Younger Generation(1929)
See what riches did to a son and poverty to a daughter. Learn what parents are forced to endure from their children!
The Younger Generation Synopsis
Soap-opera about a social-climbing Jewish man and his old-world parents who are heartbroken by his rejection of them. Young Morris Goldfish follows his immigrant father into business. His ruthless business practices cause him to become a big success, and he moves the family to Park Avenue. They go, but were happier back on the East Side. Morris is ashamed of this parents and his humble origins, but learns in the end that there is more to life than money.
The Younger Generation (1929) is a drama film directed by Frank Capra, released on March 4, 1929 with a runtime of 1h 24m. It stars Jean Hersholt, Lina Basquette, Ricardo Cortez and Rex Lease. Viewers rate it 6.9 out of 10 across 12 ratings.
- Director:
- Frank Capra
- Writers:
- Sonya Levien, Fannie Hurst, Howard J. Green
- Producers:
- Jack Cohn
- Production:
- Columbia Pictures
- Status:
- Released
The Younger Generation Cast & Crew
Main cast
Jean Hersholt
as Julius Goldfish - Pa
Lina Basquette
as Birdie Goldfish
Ricardo Cortez
as Morris Goldfish
Rex Lease
as Eddie Lesser
Rosa Rosanova
as Tilda Goldfish - Ma
Syd Crossley
as Goldfish's Butler
- Martha Franklin
Martha Franklin
as Mrs. Lesser
- Joe Bordeaux
Joe Bordeaux
as Crook
Ferike Boros
as Delancey Street Woman
Clarence Burton
as Police Desk Sergeant
Paul Ellis
as Crook
Otto Fries
as Tradesman
Key crew
Directed by Frank Capra, written by Sonya Levien, Fannie Hurst and Howard J. Green, produced by Jack Cohn.
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The Younger Generation Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.9/10 from 12 ratings.
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The Younger Generation – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in The Younger Generation?
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The main cast of The Younger Generation (1929) includes Jean Hersholt, Lina Basquette, Ricardo Cortez, Rex Lease and Rosa Rosanova. The film was directed by Frank Capra. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Younger Generation released?
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The Younger Generation was released on March 4, 1929 and runs for 1h 24m.
Is The Younger Generation worth watching?
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The Younger Generation (1929) holds an average rating of 6.9 out of 10 from 12 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.